From Librarian to PM Leader | Lessons on how to transition from John Connolly

Have you ever wondered how skills from unexpected careers can shape a successful PM journey? In this episode of PM Therapy, I sat down with John Connolly, who went from managing books in a library to coaching project managers and teams across industries. John’s journey proves that project management isn’t about the tools you use—it’s about how well your team communicates, collaborates, and grows together.If you’ve ever felt unsure about your path into PM, doubted your non-traditional background, or struggled to lead teams effectively, this conversation is packed with practical insights and inspiring stories. John shares lessons from his own pivots, hard challenges, and how he turned those experiences into a career coaching PMs to thrive in diverse environments.🎯 What You'll Learn in This Episode:🔹How skills from unexpected backgrounds, like librarianship, can set you up for PM success🔹Practical strategies for leading teams and improving communication when tools aren’t enough🔹Lessons from challenging projects and how to overcome them without burning out🔹Insights into PMP certifications, common pitfalls, and what really matters in project management🔹How to translate PM skills across industries and grow your career.And much more!📉 Need help landing a 100–300K PM role? Book a free strategy call with us! Join our coaching program and get personalized support to achieve your PM goals! Book a call through our coaching waitlist today: https://tally.so/r/3la956🚀 Check us out on your other favorite platforms:🔹Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6kuSAv0ItNewDqAh64PTph🔹YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pmtherapypod🔹Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pm-therapy/id1812039614🔹TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pmtherapypod🔹Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pmtherapypod/👨🏻 Follow John Conolly on LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/johnconnolly058/🤓 Want to join live for the next episode? Follow Mukhtar on LinkedIn:http://www.linkedin.com/comm/mynetwork/discovery-see-all?usecase=PEOPLE_FOLLOWS&followMember=m-kadir❤️ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more expert advice on project management, career growth, and leadership! #ProjectManagement #Leadership #CareerGrowth #PMCoach #NonTraditionalPM #PMInsights